How to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitoring on the Tiguan?
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Tire pressure reset steps for the Tiguan: There is a button in front of the gear lever that resembles a basin with an exclamation mark inside. This is the tire pressure setting button. Adjust the tire pressure to the standard level, turn on the ignition, and press and hold this button. Wait until an identical yellow warning light appears on the dashboard and then goes off, indicating the reset is complete. What to do if tire pressure is low: If no damage is visible on the car's tires, simply inflate them to the normal pressure and reset the tire pressure system. If inspection reveals a puncture, drive to a repair shop to have the tire patched before reinflating it. If the low tire pressure warning reappears after inflation without any punctures, it may be due to air leakage caused by a deformed wheel rim. It is recommended to check the rim and replace it if necessary. How tire pressure monitoring works: Pressure sensors installed inside the tires measure the tire pressure and transmit this information wirelessly from inside the tire to a central receiver module.
Last time I drove my Tiguan, the tire pressure light came on, and resetting it was actually super simple. First, make sure all tire pressures are checked properly. The recommended values are on the door frame label, usually around 2.3 bar, measured when the tires are cold. Then, get in the car, start the engine but don't drive off. There's a button on the left side of the steering wheel, probably near the wiper control lever—press it to enter the instrument cluster menu. Find the vehicle settings option, select the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and confirm the reset. After resetting, the light should go off, and the system will recalibrate after driving a short distance. Note: If it's a newer Tiguan with a touchscreen, it's more convenient to access the settings directly from the screen. Also, it's recommended to reset it every three months or when the season changes to avoid false alarms affecting safety. If the light comes back on soon after resetting, there's likely a leak or a sensor issue—get it fixed ASAP. I've been driving this car for five years, and this habit has saved me trouble more than once.